Pena Out Again, Astros Struggle On | Houston Astros News

Houston’s Jeremy Pena is sidelined again with a strained calf, landing on the IL just as the All-Star break looms — his second stint this season after a prior hamstring injury. Despite a strong offensive showing before the setback, his absence hits hard for a struggling Astros team still chasing a wild card. Nick Allen, fresh off his own IL trip, steps in at shortstop, but his bat can’t match Pena’s. If Pena returns in ten days, he’ll slot back in time for a crucial series against the Rangers — and the Astros may also welcome Raynel Delgado to fill the infield gap. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/43fcd8632495090e